Resolutions don't have to be about sacrifice or self-denial. This coming year, why not focus on doing enjoyable things that are still good for you? Pick one (or all!) of these positive goals.

1. Indulge in These Feel-Good Treats

It may seem like all your favorite foods are bad for you, but there are a few goodies you can treat yourself with guilt-free. Good Housekeeping nutrition director Samantha Cassetty recommends these sometimes-maligned foods:

Coffee More than a decade of research by University of Scranton Chemistry Professor Joe Vinton shows that coffee has several health perks, including providing a hefty dose of antioxidants. If you're trying to cut back on dessert, you can still get a sweet fix. Cassetty suggests instead of going for a pint of ice cream or a few cookies, ending your meal with a dessert-flavored coffee (Dunkin Donuts makes a line).

Nuts Yes, theyre high in fat and calories, but new evidence shows nuts can actually help people control their weight because they have so much protein. Eat them as a snack or sprinkle them on salads, stir fry, or oatmeal for texture and flavor. Just watch your portion size. Its easy to inhale nuts, warns Cassetty.

CheeseA recent article in the British Medical Journal suggests that saturated fats from cheese and other daily products might not clog your arteries. Cheese is also a good source of calcium, Vitamin D, and phosphorus. So don't deny yourself some whole-milk cheese from time to time  especially if you're pairing it with a healthy side of fruit.

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